BMW F 800 R 2018 vs. Honda VFR 800 F 2014

BMW F 800 R 2018

Honda VFR 800 F 2014

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2018 compared to Honda VFR 800 F 2014

BMW F 800 R 2018

Honda VFR 800 F 2014

BMW F 800 R 2018

Honda VFR 800 F 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	72 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	48 mm
Engine power	Engine power	90 HP	Engine power	106 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	86 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.02	Compression Ratio	11.8
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	782 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,145 mm	Length	2,134 mm
Width	Width	860 mm	Width	748 mm
Height	Height	1,235 mm	Height	1,203 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,460 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790,770,820 mm	Seat Height	789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 R 2018

With a EURO4 engine, new riding modes, new instruments and new colours, the F 800 R starts the new season. It is recognisable at first glance only by the end cap on the stately stainless steel exhaust. It is one of those full-grown motorbikes that, despite its considerable sporting potential, was designed for the widest possible user group. Therefore, it is absolutely beginner-friendly (throttled), but can also inspire an experienced audience. Its character remains somewhat pragmatic, but the unmistakable, hollow sound of the inline two compensates for this.

strong brakes

upgraded equipment

low weight

accessible geometry

characteristic sound

somewhat pragmatic

effervescence is a little lacking

Honda VFR 800 F 2014

The concept fits, both performance and comfort are tuned to the mid-range sports tourer. However, it is difficult to make comparisons with the competition - the VFR800F hardly has any. Other sports tourers are stronger, more unwieldy and weigh just as much.

Powerful impression

Optimal handling

Great sound

Pleasant handlebar position

Well-protecting windscreen.

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